A career-minded student has married work and play by using tiny Lego versions of herself to apply for advertising internships.

Northwestern undergraduate Leah Bowman, 20, shared a photo of her creation on Reddit - a blonde figurine in a blue skirt and blazer which comes in packaging that reads: '2014 Agency Intern Set'.

The communications major, who hopes to get an internship this spring in account management, told the Huffington Post: 'I wanted to send out something of my own that would really highlight and differentiate me as a candidate.'

Creative thinking: Northwestern undergraduate Leah Bowman, 20, created a Lego version of herself to send to advertising agencies as part of her application for an internship

Doppelganger: Leah (pictured) made the Lego for an internship she was applying for at an agency that had asked her to 'create a piece of persuasive advertising with you as the product'

Leah wrote on Reddit that she made the Lego for an internship she was applying for at an agency that had asked her to 'create a piece of persuasive advertising with you as the product.'

She knew she'd have to make something truly creative to beat out applicants in such a competitive field, so she designed the toy using Lego's Digital Designer and constructed it with pieces from her father's collection.

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The Lego lookalike also comes with a set of 'instructions' that list her experience and skills. 'From client presentations to a fresh pot of coffee, Leah tackles every project with excitement and purpose,' it reads.

'Leah comes with an eye for design and fantastic people skills. She's a great listener who can help clients define their needs and develop creative solutions for any challenge.'

Standing out: 'I wanted to send out something of my own that would really highlight and differentiate me as a candidate,' said the communications manager, who has yet to hear back from any agencies

Process: Leah designed the Lego lookalike using Lego's Digital Designer and constructed it with pieces from her father's Lego collection

So far, she's sent out a handful of her 'Leah Lego' kits to agencies, and she has yet to hear back from any of them.

But she remains hopeful, and her fellow Reddit users have faith that her efforts will pay off.

'I was thoroughly impressed by this,' wrote one. 'It probably wouldn't be appreciated at stuffy law firms or banks, but would be extremely lauded... at any workplace that appreciates creativity.'

Another said: 'Good luck! Very creative! You would most definitely get it were you vying for a job in Lego.' 'That is, eventually, the dream!' responded Leah.